I'm currently in my first year of a 2 year research masters in (mathematical) logic. Next year I'll write my masters thesis, and am considering doing a PhD afterwards (if I enjoy the research for my thesis). I would, however, like to take some time off (maybe a year) to move back to the country I grew up in, and pursue some other interests (learning a language, filmmaking) which have little connection to research mathematics. Looking online I see people recommending gap years if you spend time "gaining industry experience" which I would not be doing.
Did anyone here apply for PhDs after doing something similar? What was your experience?